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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

September 30

Also known as Orange Shirt Day, September 30th is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Rupertsland Institute has developed resources to support the community as they gather to honour those who were taken to residential schools and their families on this day.

Journey Through Truth and Reconciliation - 5 days of learning and 2 virtual field trips with Northern Michif Language Holder and Educator, Sandra Davenport

Five days of K-12 educational resources that explore the impacts of Residential Schools on the Métis and how educators can weave Métis language into their school communities. See page 6 to register for one of two September 26th virtual field trips led by Northern Michif Language Holder and Educator, Sandra Davenport.
Join Northern Michif Language Holder and Educator, Sandra Davenport for two virtual field trips in honour of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Northern Michif language revitalization. Register for free. Video viewing link will be sent out to registrants on September 26th, 2025.

Métis Memories of Residential Schools Art Mural Resource

Métis Memories of Residential Schools Art Mural Resource
Métis Memories of Residential Schools Art Mural Resource This powerful educational resource was designed to acknowledge, highlight and share Métis residential school survivor experiences.
Métis Memories of Residential Schools
Métis Memories of Residential Schools PDF book of Métis Memories of Residential Schools, A Testament to the Strength of the Métis.
Métis History and Experience
Métis History and Experience PDF book of Métis History and Experience and Residential Schools in Canada.

Origin of Orange Shirt Day

Watch the Video
Watch the Video Phyllis Webstad explains the story of her experience at a residential school and the origin of Orange Shirt Day in Canada.
Heartwork with Connie Kulhavy
Heartwork with Connie Kulhavy Access this material via the RECC Room Community. Learn about annual gatherings and access new resources by Métis artist Connie Kulhavy. These materials are perfect for all ages to learn about the impact of residential schools in Métis communities in a safe, gentle way.

Orange Shirt Day Presentation

Orange Shirt Day - Grades K-4
Orange Shirt Day - Grades K-4 Use this slideshow/ presentation for Grades K-4 to learn about the Métis experiences in Indian Residential Schools (IRS) and Indian Day Schools
Orange Shirt Day - Grades 5-12
Orange Shirt Day - Grades 5-12 Activities can be used for multiple grade levels and focus on the Métis experiences in Indian Residential Schools (IRS) and Indian Day Schools.

Connie Kulhavy Original Art – Colouring Page

Beaded Hearts Colouring Page
Beaded Hearts Colouring Page Print this colouring page for use with your class. Featuring original art by Connie Kulhavy.
Orange Shirt Day Colouring Page
Orange Shirt Day Colouring Page Print this colouring page for use with your class. Featuring original art by Connie Kulhavy.
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